1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Delta | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Delta | Exige |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |